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LEGRAPH AND MONEY ORDER OFFICES: :
LITTLE SILVER, N. J. Nov. 15th, 1894,

oye 2s with pleasure we ae) the novelties Ciel upon the following
| rages, KNOWING ad/ to be varieties of sterling merit. All will be liberally
Wie ticed Napine the present wenter and coming spring. Faxon Sguash,
steletzhya Virginica, Centrosema Virginica, Eleanor Strawberry and
wouth Rock Cherry wrll be illustrated by colored plates in the forth-
edition of: our Guide to Horticulture. Usual terms of payment,
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Our Grand Vegetable Novelty.

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postage, 15c.

“We have carefully tested this new squash for six years, and have had two of the very
best squash experts in this country thoroughlytry this new vegetable for the same period:

Had their verdict not been satisfactory, we should not
have offered ‘“The Faxon Squash,” as we would have
feltthat perhaps our own opinion might have been a
prejudiced one. Our. engravings have been most
carefully produced from photographs and will give a
a good idea of the shape and general appearance of

this new variety.

A distinctive feature of this squash is that the ripe
squashes vary in color, some of them being pale yellow
with still paler yellow stripes in hollows; while others
are green, mottled and faintly striped with a lighter
green. In this respect, it is different from all other va-

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COPYRIGHT.1893. BY M B.FAXON CO.

rieties, and after years of careful trial we have found No, 3. Electro, 15c3 postage, 6c.
We offer it as a distinct new vegetable.

that it follows its type absolutely true.

No, 2. Electro, 20cs3 postage, 8c.

COPYRIGHT, 1893,BY M.B.FAXON CO,

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The flesh is a deep orange yellow,
cavity very small and seeds few; the
special peculiarity, however, is that,
while uncooked it appears to have a
shell like other squashes, when cook-
ed there is practically none; the shell
orinedible part being only about as

thick as a sheet of writing paper. It

is the best squash we ever tasted—
sweet and very adry—and for squash
ples it must be tried to be appre-
ciated. We know a trial will con-
vince all of its great value.

It matures early and can be used as

THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. f. 3

a summer squash. It is the best winter variety we know of, being a very late keeper. We
have repeatedly had specimens of it in our cellar in perfect condition in April and May.
Itis the only squash we ever saw in which every specimen is of superior quality without re-
gard to size or whether it is ripe or green. This is avery desirable feature, as many
squashes (the Hubbard especially) must be thoroughly ripe before frost, or the crop is
lost. It isnot so with “The Faxon Squash;” every specimen can be gathered and used.

Very early, enormously productive, of medium size and the best possible quality; we fully
believe that this new variety is distined to become a standard amongst squashes both for
home use and market purposes.”

The above is the description of the M. B. Faxon Co., who developed this noble vege-
table and of whom we have purchased the entire stock of seed, together with their
entire seed business. We have tested it ourselves and find it of the very superior quality
claimed by them. Mr. M. B. Faxon further informs us it is such a remarkable keeper
that he now, November 15th, 1894, has specimens in perfect condition, grown in 1893,
and which have been kept in an ordinary cellar without any special treatment or care.
Also, that unlike other squashes, the Faxon is fit for use and of excellent quality, when
no larger than one’s two fists—rendering it an @//-the-year-round variety and the eartest
squash of good quality.

Mr. James J. H. Gregory, the famous squash specialist and the introducer of the
Hubbard Squash sends the following unsolicited testimonial of the Faxon:

“We have rarely been ro agreeably disappointed in any new vegetable as we have
been with this new squash. After examining it on our trial grounds, we told Mr. Rey-
nolds, our head clerk, that it was terribly mixed and utterly worthless. At the personal
solicitation of Mr. Faxon, we were induced to cook several specimens, and then followed
a revelation. Though varying in color, in gualty they were all one,—fine grained,, dry,
sweet, excellent. It is certainly the best squash that has been sent into market since the
Sibley was introduced, and has the advantage over that in earliness. The strong and
fixed characteristics of this squash are earliness, long keeping, uniformity of shape, variety
of colors, and the excelling in richness, sweetness, and flavor. It is very productive, of
medium size (five or six pounds), and is, no doubt, destined to become a standard among
squashes, both for home use and general marketing. Even when not fully ripe, it is of
excellent quality as a summer squash. It is a good keeper, and has the exceptional re-
commendation of being a table delicacy during ‘Aree seasons,—summer, fall, and winter.
Mr. Joseph Stone states that for sweetness and dryness, the Faxon Squash cannot be
exceiled, if equalled, and says he knows what he is talking about.”

Mr. E. L. Coy, himself one of the most expert squash growers in this country writes:

“You are certainly very fortunate in the possession of such a valuable squash as the
Faxon. It is the only squash I ever saw of which every specimen was of superior quality
without regard to size, or whether it is ripe or green. I have been growing this squash
for you sO many years now, that I am absolutely certain you have a vegetable. that will
give the greatest satisfaction. Your customers will thank you for cataloguing tt.

The strong and fixed qualities of your squash are earliness, long keeping, uniformity
of shape, variety of colors, andit excels allin sweetness and richness of flavor. I consider
it the most valuable novelty that has been introduced ina long time. Aynowing what /
do about this new squash, 1 will advise all my customers to catalogue tt another season,”

B. K. Bliss, the venerable.seedsman says: “Another trial again proves your squash
to be a most vigorous grower, and even more prolific than the first year. As a long-
keeping variety, it is far superior to any I have ever grown. A further trial the past sea-
son fully confirms all that has been previously stated in itsfavor. Its great productive-
ness and long-keeping qualities make it valuable for private gardens and for market.”

Catalogue Price: Packets, 1oc; 3 pkts., 25c; oz., 20c; 4lb., 60c; pound, $2.00.

Trade Price: Packets, doz., 60c; 100, $4.00; pound, $1.00.

4 THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE STIIVER, N. 7.
KOSTELETZKYA VIRGINICA. Pink Beauty.

It is with sentiments resembling
pride that we are enabled to offer
this charming flower to the trade,
and give it our unqualified recom-
mendation as one of the best floral
novelties that has appeared in many
years.

The plant is a hardy perennial of
sturdy habit; but blooms freely the

first year from seed. When attain-

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WN'| until the second season, the plants
attain a height of three to four
feet and a spread of eighteen to
twenty-four inches and so floriferous
the entire summer and autumn months
as to present a solid mass of pink.
The individual blossoms are two to
two and one-half inches in diameter,
perfectly flat and almost as regular
. and round as silver dollars; of the
BN most tender, bright rosy-pink imag-

No. 1580. Electro, 40cs postage, 20c. inable with delicate veinings upon

the petals; the reverse of the petals being silvery-rose or La France Rose color and _

cheerful lemon-yellow pistils and stamens, producing a harmony of color truly poetical.

It is of the easiest culture, succeeding equally well in moist or dry situations and
always growing vigorously. The seed germinates quickly; the plants beginning to bloom
when a foot high, continuing without interruption throughout the season. In fact,
wherever plants of the Kosteletzkia stand, a beauty spot is produced and maintained
from early summer until frost.

The Kosteletzkia or Pink Beauty is an entirely distinct plant from anything in cul-
tivation and cannot fail to be a grand addition to your list. It forms a tuberous root;
easy to mail and easy to keep. We offer both seeds and roots as follows:

Catalogue price: Seed Packets, 25c; one-year
plants (suitable for mailing) each, 25c; 3 for 50c. Two
years old (for express orders) each, 35c; 3 for 75c.

Trade price: Seeds in lithographed packets,
doz., $1.50; 100, $10.00. Oneyear plants, doz., $1.25;
100, $3.00. Two years old, strong, doz., $1.75; 100,
$12.00.

HENRY WARD BEECHER.

For enormous yield of large, firm berries, under fav-
orable and unfavorable circumstances, in seasons of ex-
cessive rain and seasons of drought, this is the berry to
plant. It may be termed the reliable, and is superb
under all manner of trials and conditions. Not so large
as the Mary, yet very large compared with other varie-
ties; not so beautiful, yet a handsome berfy. It poss-
esses, however, the same firmness and high quality, and No. 695. _ Electro, 25cs postage, st
is so sturdy, large, productiveand enduring, none should fail to plant it. It is a cross

instead of erect.

THE LOVETT COMPANYRLITTLE SILVER, N.-/. 5

between the Champion and the Sharpless, and possesses all the valuable properties of
both parents. In fruit, the firmness and rich color of the Champion in its palmy days,
and the size of the Sharpless; while in plant it has the strong habit and perfect blossom

_of the Sharpless and the sturdiness and productiveness of Champion. Blossoms perfect.

Season early to medium.
Catalogue price: dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00.
Trade price: 100, $3.00; 1000, $25.00.

CENTROSEMA VIRGINICA (grandfiora).

Giant Perennial Sweet Pea or ‘‘Look at Me.”

The finest
hardy herba-
ceous peren-
nial vine of

recent intro-
duction, surpassing even in its
wealth of bloom and beauty, the
finest varieties of the superbly
grand hybrid Clematis. It forms
a mass of graceful, light green
foliage, six to eight feet high,
which throughout July and Aug-
ust is covered with Sweet Pea-like
blossoms one and a half to two
and a half inches in diameter.:
The color is a lovely shade of
lilac-blue with feathery markings
of a deeper shade and a dash of
pure, clear white in the centre of
No. 1578. Electro, 40cs postage, 15c, each flower. Occasionally pure
white flowers appear, while others are broadly margined with a
showy, white band. ‘he under surface of the petals being pure
white (thus causing the large, unopened buds to appear white also), the plant presents
the appearance of producing flowers of varied colors upon the same stem; which is ex-
ceedingly interesting and pleasing. Like the Sweet Pea its fragrance is delicate but it
differs in that the flowers hang with the large petal down

The plant is perfectly hardy andis well adapted to gen-
eral culture. Not only is it of surpassing beauty but it is
such a good plant commercially that we are confident it
will increase in popularity from year to year. ‘Sweet
Peas are all the go.”

Having purchased the entire stock of Seeds and Plants
of this most-valuable acquisition we are headquarters for
strictly pure fresh seed.

Catalogue price: Seeds, packets, 15c; 4 pkts. for
50c. Mailing plants, 25c; 3 for 50c. Strong plants, for
exupress;eai, 35¢;..3, for’ 75¢. SSF 7Z

Trade price: Seeds, in lithographed packets, doz., — | \. AN
$1.00; 100, $7.00. Mailing plants, doz., $1.25; 100, $8.00; * 7
‘Strong plants, for express, doz., $1.75; 100, $12.00.

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No. 1509. Electro, 15c. postage, 5c.

6 : THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. /.
NEW HIBISCUS “Crimson Eye.” :

After many years of careful selection,
this variety has assumed a typical form; and
can be relied upon to come true from seed
in every instance. It is an elegant plant of
rapid growth, stately habit, and striking in
appearance; 1s perfectly hardy, robust, with
large, light green leaves, having red stems;
and is an incessant and profuse bloomer for
six weeks to two months.

The flowers are of immense size, often
exceeding six inches in diameter and are
produced in such abundance that a well de-
veloped plant will give several hundreds of
them ina season. ‘The color is a puregclear
ivory white with a large eye of rich velvety
crimson in the centre of each flower; forming
a contrast as effective as it is pleasing.

It is of the easiest culture and will succeed
anywhere; the only objection we have heard
made to it was by some regarding it as a trifle gross in habit. Its growth is so strong
and rapid and foliage so large and abundant that it 1s tropical in effect and should be used
accordingly. The plants bloom the first year from seed, germinate with the utmost free-
dom and the roots being thick and fleshy are easily handied in mail and express trade.

It is one of the good things to catalogue the coming season, as it takes well.

Catalogue price: Seed packets, roc. Plants, one year, 20c; 3 for 50c; two years,
ZyC; 2 tOr-OOC: eXtra Strong. 250. ton. 5 ee

Trade price: Seed in lithographed packets, doz., 75¢; 100, $5.00; 0z., $1.00; 4
lb., $3.00; pound, $10.00. Plants, 1 year, for mail trade, 100, $3.00; two years, for ex-
press, 100, $4.00; extra strong, $6.00. Larger quantities, prices upon application.

ELEANOR STRAWBERRY.

The earliest large strawberry yet produced. There
is nothing earlier, and nothing so early except Crystal
City, which is so very small as to render it of little
value. Insizeit ranks with Sharpless, Gandy and other
large varieties, and retains its size well to the last pick-
ing. In color, form and firmness it resembles the Wil-
son, coloring evenly all over, with no white tips, but is
of excellent quality. The plant does one good to look
at, being large and of vigorous growth, with abundant
foliage and not a sign of rust or other disease about it.
It is exceeding productive and the past season bore a

very profitabie crop of fruit under the most unfavorable
conditions, viz: extremely dry weather while the fruit lh
was forming, followed by an excessive rain fall during ih
the first ten days of ripening. Its blossoms are perfect. No- 1375. Electro, 15cs postage, Sc.
The signal merits of the Eleanor are earliness, productiveness and large size. It is
offered this year for the first and wecontrol the entire stock. It is a good thing.
Catalogue price: Dozen, $2.00; 100, $10.00.
Trade price: 100, $6.00; 1000, $50.00.

THE LOVETT COMPANY, LITTLE SILVER, N. J. 7
LOVETT’S BEST BLACKBERRY.

Large electro, 3x5 inches, will be furnished if desired, as follows:
No. 464. Electro, 40cs postage, 15c.

Still another year further confirms the fact that in this
we have what has been badly needed for a long time,
namely: A thoroughly reliable Blackberry of large size
with a cane of iron-clad hardiness. Lovett’s Best unites
not only these two invaluable properties in an eminent de-
gree but possesses in addition the merits of ripening early.
great productiveness, entire freedom from disease and
double or rose blossom, strong, vigorous growth of cane,
extra high quality, jet black permanent color, and fine

appearance.
Either for profitable market growing or for the home ?
garden, it is without an equal. Ithas now been fruited in QS %

almost every State in the Union and its hardiness and
other valuable properties proved by practical field tests.
Catalogue price: dozen, 75c; 100, $3.50.

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Trade price: 100, $2.50; 1000, $20.00. No. 541. Electro, 20c3 postage, 5c.

PLYMOUTH ROCK CHERRY.

All growers of light colored or so-called
amber cherries are well aware of the two
greatest difficulties encountered, viz: the
birds taking the fruit and the tendency to

- quick decay when ripe, whether upon the
tree or gathered—especially in hot, muggy
weather.

Our attention was called to the Plymouth
Rock Cherry five years ago, by an amateur
fruit grower of wide experience and unusual
discernment residing in north-eastern Con-
necticut, who iniormed us that the fruit,
though showy and of excellent quality would
remain upon the tree when ripe, or after
gathered, in perfect condition Jonger than any
other variety he had ever seen, although an am-
ber variety; and for some unknown reason
rts fruit was never molested by birds. Know-

ing such a cherry to be of great value, we

ci visited the gentleman, and found the original
No. 1366. Electro, 30c3. postage, 10c. tree and others grown from it, heavily laden
with large, bright amber, largely overspread with carmine, cherries in perfect condition
although the fruit had been ripe for ten days; during which time tt had reined almost every
day and the weather excessively hot. Upon testing the fruit freely we found it of not only
excellent but Azg/ quality—-sweet, rich, sprightly, juicy and tender—and with small stone.
As to the birds: although the trees of all other varieties in the grounds where the trees
of Plymouth Rock stood, had been stripped of fruit, we could detect no evidence of a
single cherry of the Plymouth Rock having been taken by a bird. The birds avoided
the trees of it, for some reason as yet unexplained. The tree of this variety is a good
healthy grower, begins bearing young and is a heavy annual bearer.
As a desirable fruit for the home grounds we are confident it is without an equal; but

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its greatest value is for market growing—for there is nothing in the way of cherries that
ee can be compared with it as a variety for profit.
ES. Catalogue price: one year, ea., 75c; 3 for $2.00. First class, $1.00; 3 for $2.50.
Trade price: one year (suitable for mailing), dozen, $4.50; 100, $35.00. First
class trees (for express), dozen, $6.50; 100, $50.00. .

MARY STRAWBERRY.

The largest strawberry yet produced, the most pro-
lific, the most beautiful, and the firmest large straw-
berry yet offered.

The berries are uniformly of the conical form
with blunt apex, shown in the illustration, exception-
ally uniform in size and shape, deep crimson color,
and of extra rich, high quality. Of the entire list
of strawberries there is not a single sort that will
keep longer when ripe or endure shipping better. Its
season is medium to late, the berries retaining their
large size remarkably well to the end. A character-
istic of the variety is that its fruit is rarely ill-
shaped, never cockscombed—an unusual_feature in
a large berry. We have had it in bearing for three
consecutive years and it has not developed a single
defect. The blossoms are pistillate. -

Catalogue Price: dozen, $1.00; 100, $5.00.
No. 1241. Electro, 30cs3 postage, 8c. Trade Price: 100, $3.00; 1000, $25.00.

Co a or $1000. 00 RASPBERRY.

The Lovett is undoubtedly the best of
the blackcap raspberries, as continued
fruiting demonstrates. Unlike the Gregg,
which it nearly equals in size of berries, it
is strongest in growth of cane of any, un-
less possibly the Ohio, and its canes are
nearly destitute of thorns. In enormous
yield it is without an equal. It is so
hardy that it has passed through the se-
verest winters in Minnesota perfectly un-
injured. Add to these properties super-
ior quality, jet black color, firmness and
long life after gathered, adhering to the
bush when ripe, and above all, its earli-
ness, and we have what has so long been
wanted, and a most valuable fruit. It is
entirely distinct from all other sorts. We
have now fruited the variety six seasons
and know positively that it possesses tne
merits claimed for it.
| In the home garden especially its sweet,

Ne: aa Electro, eck postage, 10c. fine flavor and small seeds will make it
welcome, whilst its other characteristics render it the most profitable for market.

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The Rural New-Vorker declares it an improvement, all things considered, over any

variety they have tried, and in the Rural Grounds are tested nearly every known vee ie
Catalogue price: dozen, 50c; roo, $2.00. Trade price: 100, $1.50; 1000, $10.0 00.

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